white grape·Burgundy, France

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is the world's most popular white grape — a chameleon that takes on the character of its terroir and winemaking. Unoaked, it's lean and mineral; barrel-fermented and aged on lees, it develops extraordinary richness, texture, and longevity.

Aging potential

3–15 years; exceptional Burgundy up to 30

Featured Chardonnay wines

Krug Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition

Krug · Champagne · 2019

Gold with persistent fine bead. The nose is extraordinarily complex — toasted brioche, roasted hazelnuts, dried apricot, and honey, with a citrus zing that cuts through. On the palate, it's simultaneously opulent and fresh, with remarkable length. The 170ème includes reserve wines going back over a decade, giving it a depth no vintage Champagne can quite match.